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Winter Hazards

Winter has arrived here at Knotty Toys for Good Dogs. It’s cold & the snow is already deep. With winter comes dangers for your good dog or cat. Today I’m going to sniff out a few.

When the body temperature of a dog or cat drops below the normal range of 100-102.5°F they begin to suffer from hypothermia. It can be fatal. We may have coats but being left outside during a cold snap just isn’t a good idea. Frost bite is also a threat. If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for us.

Antifreeze, which is often sweet in taste & brightly colored, contains an ingredient called ethylene glycol that can be fatal to dogs & cats if not treated immediately after consumption. If you’re adding antifreeze to your vehicle, be sure to clean up any that may have spilled on the ground. (this is a year round danger really)

Ice-melting salts not only irritate & chap your good dog’s paws, they can also poison your dog if consumed. When salting your own driveway or sidewalks, look for pet-safe ice-melting products. Additionally, wash your good dog’s feet every time they come from outside, or consider buying dog winter booties.

Finally, before you start your vehicle, give the hood a smack with your hand or toot the horn. There may be a cat under your car or it’s hood seeking warmth.

Great advice! We make sure boots and coats are on the pups as well as the uprights for walks. But if it is too cold then we play chase around the house for exercise. No need to risk frostbitten paws. 🙂

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